Ashgrove Veterinary Centre

29/05/2026

CULTER CAR PARK 🥳
The car park behind the new Culter practice is officially open. You can access it by going down the road to the side of the building.

Here are a few of our team demonstrating all the new spaces!

Our Portlethen practice also has a car park if you’re looking for easy access to the surgery.

25/05/2026

☀️ HEAT STROKE ☀️

Who thought we’d be talking about the dangers of heat stroke in May?! Warm weather can be very dangerous to our furry family members, and it’s important you know what to watch out for.

Early signs:
🥵 Heavy, frantic panting with tongue fully out and ladle shaped
🥵 Excessive drooling or thick, sticky, and ropy saliva.
🥵 Gums and tongue that appear bright red or very pale.
🥵 Unusual tiredness, restlessness or an unwillingness to get up.

Signs of heat stroke:
🌡️Collapsing
🌡️Heavy panting
🌡️Weakness
🌡️Vomiting or diarrhoea

If you think your dog has heat stroke, remember:

💧WET THEN VET💧

‼️Don’t cover them with wet towels and do not mess about with lemons and ice cubes.

‼️Pour enough cold water over your pet to soak them, then get to us ASAP.

‼️When it is 25°C, tarmac can be 50°C! That can burn paws in a few minutes. If you can’t hold the back of your hand on the ground for at least 7 seconds, it’s too hot for your hound.

‼️Rabbits and cats can also suffer in the heat so make sure you have measures in place to protect them.

Better to be safe than sorry, so if in doubt, don’t go out. Consider mental enrichment indoors instead. High intensity activities like runs and ball chasing should be avoided during hot weather.

Contact us on:
Belmont - 01224 486444
Peterculter - 01224 050585
Portlethen - 01224 470144

22/05/2026

We will be back at the Aberdeen Science Centre TOMORROW from 11am to 4pm! 🥳

With guest appearances from Goose the Bearded Dragon 🔥 , and Ricci the Macaw 🦜 possibly flying in too, join us and over 60 exhibits, an amazing animals theme, VR experience and so much more!

Click below to book ⤵️

https://aberdeensciencecentre.org/product/admission-tickets/

15/05/2026

Warning: carrier contains extreme levels of cuteness 💖

13/05/2026

📞 PHONE LINE MAIL BOX

We are currently experiencing an issue with our mailbox and messages are not getting saved.
If you have contacted us regarding repeat medication and have not heard from us, please contact the practice directly so we can assist you.

Thank you for your understanding.

08/05/2026

RVN POSITION AVAILABLE

Due to recent expansion we are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team. We have three modern practices in and around Aberdeen (Belmont Road, Peterculter and Portlethen). We have digital and dental x rays, ultrasound, endoscopy and now a CT scanner.

The role involves delivering high-quality clinical care, including inpatient care and theatre support, within a supportive team culture.

Full time or part time considered.
4 day week with a shared Saturday rota. No on call. Private healthcare amongst other perks.

If you are interested please email
[email protected] for the attention of Jacqueline Don.

Trust the dedicated veterinary team at Ashgrove to take care of your family pet. Experienced veterinary surgeons and nurses. Call 01224 486 444.

04/05/2026

Meet Leo 😻
This handsome boy has a gentle, friendly personality to match his beautiful looks. He was a very good patient when visiting us for castration.

25/04/2026

We’re at the Aberdeen Science Centre TODAY - come and say hello! It also happens to be World Veterinary Day so we are excited to show you what we love doing.
There are lots of exhibits here and the theme is Amazing Animals! Our favourite!

You can book tickets here:
https://aberdeensciencecentre.org/product/admission-tickets/

23/04/2026

🐾 We’re excited to have Ashgrove Veterinary Centre joining us with a special stall on this Saturday, 25th April and also Saturday 23rd May!

Little animal lovers can practice a real veterinary consult using soft toys, learn what it’s like to care for animals, and pick up some fun veterinary tips along the way.

All included in the price of admission!

Click the link below to book your visit now!⤵️

https://aberdeensciencecentre.org/product/admission-tickets/

18/04/2026

‼️ Important update regarding Animal Health Certificates (AHCs)‼️

Unfortunately, from April 22 (this coming Wednesday) the rules are changing for owners that currently live in the UK but have an EU pet passport for their dog or cat to travel to the EU. We have been advised by the APHA that an owner must reside in the EU to be able to use an EU pet passport. If you live in the UK permanently, you will not be allowed to use an EU pet passport for future travel and will instead have to use an animal health certificate. You can only use an EU pet passport if your permanent residence is in the EU.

This is not an update we are happy about, and we understand this will be frustrating for many. The decision is out of our hands so if you feel strongly enough you can contact your MP, and if you have any questions about your pet passport you can also contact the APHA for clarification.

If you are planning to travel in the future, please make sure you contact us with enough time to be able to organise any necessary vaccinations and paperwork.